C Compiler for a Parallel Processor

Abstract

In this dissertation, we present a dual-module C compiler for the Media Engine (ME-2), being developed in Communications Enabling Technology (CET). The first module takes the C code and converts it into the serial assembly, referred hereon as Front-end Serial Assembly Generator (FSAG). We have only implemented a minimal functionality prototype of FSAG, whereas in actuality the GNU C compiler is being used as the serial code generator. The second module is the Serial Assembly Optimizer (SAO). This module makes use of advanced optimization techniques to generate a parallel and optimized code.